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Four Secrets to Achieving Success in Self EmploymentNot all success in self employed endeavors are related to the work itself. Success is sometimes a matter of creating an effective and efficient environment or even stemming the tide of self doubt.- Tax Credits for the Self-Employed and Their Health CoverageIf you pay for health insurance within your sole proprietorship or business, you can claim a tax credit to offset those costs.
- First Person: Self-Employment Most Stable Option in Troubled EconomyA look at finding job stability in an unstable economy through self-employment opportunities.
I Run My Own Business as a Communications ProfessionalIs self employment a valid option in today's challenging economy? A growing number of professionals may be adventurous enough to start their own businesses. My own journey through self employment began more than 20 years ago. Take a look.- How to Make the Most of Being Self-employedLearn how to make the most of being self-employed.
- Self Employed Car Loans - Easy when You Know it WellIf you are self employed, availing car loans can be tricky. It is because a business does not guarantee fixed income. But if you can prove your financial stability, then there is certainly no problem.
- Self-Employed? Utilize These Tips to Save Cash in Health InsuranceIf you are self-employed, utilize these tips to save cash in health insurance.
- Self-Employment: My Long Road to Financial IndependenceMy story may inspire some -- and it may dissuade others from ever trying their hand at becoming self-employed.
- How to Go from Employee to Self-Employed MentalityIf you are thinking of starting a business or are in one already, is your mind supporting your actions by thinking like a business owner or are you still operating like an employee and that is affecting your business?
- To Be or Not to Be Self EmployedThere are definite advantages and disadvantages when it comes to self-employment. Asking yourself a series of questions will help you make an educated decision, and determine whether self-employment is for you.
- When is a Husband and Wife Business a Partnership for Tax Purposes?A husband and wife business in which both spouses materially participate would generally be considered a partnership for federal income tax purposes. But you could qualify to file as a joint venture treated as a sole proprietorship.
- Retirement Savings Options when You Are Self-EmployedWhen you are self-employed, you continue contributing to social security through the self-employment tax. You have various options to save for your retirement, including a traditional or Roth IRA and retirement accounts for your business.
- First Person: Should I Go Back to School While I'm Still Self Employed?While I have already received a bachelor's degree in business, I tend to wonder that with the speed of technology and the changing business environment, whether or not it would be a good idea to further my education.
- 5 Tips for the Self EmployedMany independent consultants (self-employed) don't know about all of the options available to them. Learn how to effectively manage your personal business using these 5 tips!
- Self-employment: Differentiating Myself from the CrowdDifferentiating yourself from the crowd as a self-employed individual can be extremely difficult in the Internet age. With the amount of competition out there it can be hard to find a way to stand out and set yourself apart.
- How to Keep a Time Sheet for the Self EmployedHow to keep time records when self employed and why tracking your time is so important.
- The Value of a Self-Employed 401k to a Small BusinessIf your small business consists only of yourself and your spouse, opening a self-employed 401k retirement plan can, in some cases, be a wise choice. Here are eight reasons to consider a self-employed 401k retirement plan.
Forecasting for My Self-employment VentureHere are some of the factors that I planned for and dealt with when forecasting expenses for my venture into the self-employment world.- Self-Employment: Finding the Financial BalanceAllow me to explain more about my self-employment journey and how I struggled to find the financial balance between what was good for me and what was good for my customers.
How an Accountant was Surprised by Self-employment TaxI only earned self-employed income for 1/4 of the year. It resulted in an unexpected tax bill of over $800! I learned a lesson about the importance of estimating my self-employment tax long before my taxes are due!
Tax Tips for Self-Employed IndividualsSelf-employed individuals must calculate their net business income on Schedule C of Form 1040. Here are some tax tips for self-employed individuals to help them complete this form properly and to possibly reduce their tax bill.- Keeping Track of Self-Employment Expenses for TaxesWhen it comes to self-employment, a person has to be pretty organized with their work expenses. Of course, these expenses can be deducted each year if properly documented. Let's take a look.
- Tax - Who Can Claim Moving Expense Deduction?Not only the moving has to be closely related to the new job, it has to pass Distance and Time tests too.
- How to Buy a House as a Self Employed WorkerAs a former mortgage banker and self employed worker I know first hand the difficulty in obtaining a home loan. Here is what I learned over a 10 year career as a self employed worker and mortgage banker about getting a home loan.
- Best Careers for Self EmploymentWhat are some neat self-employment ideas? This article explores a few of the best careers for self employment and more.
- Self-Employed Workers Can Buy Houses TooBuying a home when you are self employed
- Freelancers, Home Loans, and Proving Future EarningsHome loans challenges for freelancers and the self employed, and how to prove future earnings.
- First-Person: How to Purchase a Home as a Self-Employed WorkerIt IS possible to purchase a home if you are self-employed...
- How to Prove Self Employment IncomeProving your self employment income with balance sheets, tax returns, and documentation of future earnings.
- Self Employed and Seeking a MortgageThe mortgage market has changed, but the self employed can still get a mortgage. Here are some tips for taking the first steps in getting a mortgage if you are self employed.
- Self-Employed Workers Can Buy Houses TooBuying a home has become difficult for anyone nowadays, but self-employed folks have some additional challenges.
- Self-Employed Workers Can Buy Houses TooGetting a mortgage to purchase a home while being self-employed doesn't have to be difficult. With a little prep-work and some patience, your home buying dream can become a reality in no time.
- Buying a Home as a Self-Employed WorkerSelf-employed workers are becoming more and more the norm. If you are self-employed and you want to buy a home, consider these four tips.
- Self-Employed Health Insurance Tax DeductionIf you are self-employed, you can claim a tax deduction for the cost of health insurance for you, your spouse and dependents. Starting in 2010 you can also use the deduction to reduce your net income subject to self-employment social security tax.
- Getting into the Field of Self-EmploymentSelf-employment can be a pretty lucrative and rewarding experience for certain people, but it is a difficult occupation to start. There are plenty of different jobs you can do, but not all of them are worth it. Here's a look at becoming self-employed.
THE UPS and DOWNS of BEING SELF-EMPLOYEDAdvice about being self-employed- First Person: Tax Tips for Self Employed Individuals Receiving 1099-MISC FormsIf you are self-employed, you will likely receive 1099-MISC forms from your clients.
- Form 1099-MISC: Non-Employee Compensation and the Individual TaxpayerHow do you treat income that has been reported in box 7 of FM 1099M? This is a frequently asked question because unlike W2 wage income the taxpayer is responsible for calculating and paying all related taxes for the income being reported.
- Considering Self-Employment? Could a Franchise Business Be the Right Choice for You?Self Employment can seem a tricky leap from the comfort of employment. We look at how choosing a franchise option might help with some of the issues of starting up your own business.
- Ten Tips to Becoming Self-EmployedTips for the curious on how to be your own boss.
